Communities

Explore the Communities of ARWC 2025

The Subaru Canada Adventure Racing World Championship 2025 will take athletes on a 750+ km journey across British Columbia’s most breathtaking and culturally rich regions. Along the way, racers will experience vibrant communities, Indigenous heritage, rugged landscapes, and unforgettable hospitality.

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Penticton (Host City)

The heart of ARWC 2025, Penticton is where racers start and finish their journey. Known for its lakes, wineries, and thriving outdoor culture, Penticton welcomes the world with vibrant energy and local pride.

Penticton is located on the traditional, unceded territory of the Syilx Okanagan people, whose culture and stewardship of the land are deeply tied to the lakes, mountains, and valleys that define this region.

Visitors are invited to explore Penticton’s modern vibrancy while honouring its Indigenous roots and connections.

Visit Penticton

Syilx Okanagan Nation

Village of Ashcroft

Known as the only true desert in Canada, Ashcroft offers unique landscapes, thriving art galleries, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming small-town charm. Stroll historic streets, hike desert trails, or enjoy the Thompson River backdrop.

Visit Ashcroft

Lillooet

Nicknamed the Jade Capital of the World, Lillooet blends stunning mountain scenery, Indigenous heritage, and outdoor adventure.

Hike, fish, explore vineyards, or dive into its deep Gold Rush history.

Visit Lillooet

Seton Portage

Nestled between Seton and Anderson Lakes, Seton Portage sits on the traditional territory of the St’át’imc Nation.

Visitors can kayak, fish, hike, or connect with Indigenous heritage through storytelling and interpretive sites.

Explore Seton Portage

Gold Bridge (Bridge River Valley)

A mountain escape where history, nature, and adventure meet. Surrounded by rugged peaks and pristine rivers, Gold Bridge offers hiking, fishing, snowmobiling, and a deep connection to St’át’imc culture.

Explore Gold Bridge

Village of Pemberton

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Framed by snow-capped peaks, Pemberton is an adventure hub offering mountain biking, skiing, heli-sightseeing, and farm-to-table experiences.

Situated on Lil’wat Nation territory, it’s a cultural and outdoor gem of the Sea-to-Sky corridor.

Visit Pemberton

Hat Creek Ranch

Step back into the 19th century at Historic Hat Creek Ranch, a preserved heritage site along the Cariboo Wagon Road.

Operated by the St’uxwtews Pesuten Heritage Society of the Bonaparte First Nation, Hat Creek offers a window into Gold Rush history, Indigenous culture, and traditional ranch life.

Hat Creek Ranch

Bonaparte First Nation

Princeton

A community surrounded by rivers, trails, and wilderness, Princeton offers outdoor adventures, historic charm, and warm hospitality along the Similkameen River.

Explore Princeton

Plan Your Own Adventure

As the world’s best adventure racers traverse these incredible communities, we invite you to explore them yourself. Each offers its own story, culture, and unforgettable experiences.

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